When I posted on social media asking for people's thoughts on weighted blankets I didn't expect to get dozens of answers — but maybe I shouldn't have been surprised. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults (or 18.1% of the population), so it stands to reason that many people are open to trying out the latest fads with the hope that they might actually work.
When it comes to creating the perfect smoothie — healthy, delicious and packed with nutrients — superfood powders are definitely a boon. They help ensure you get all the vitamins and nutrients you need to stay healthy, officially taking your smoothie game to the next level.
Have you heard of multimasking before? It's pretty much exactly what it sounds like: It means you combine different types of face masks to target different skin care concerns. Few people have normal skin all over — some have oilier t-zones, some have drier patches, some have specific areas that are prone to breakouts, etc, etc — which makes applying a variety of masks a logical solution.
December was quite a doozy for me... I don't think I've ever been quite as stressed as I was that month. Let me break it down for you: a) I started a new job, b) my roommate of three years suddenly decided to move out, prompting me to move in with my boyfriend, c) I had a vacation planned far, far ahead of all this madness... right after the stress of the holidays, and d) did I mention that my boyfriend had secretly been planning to propose all along and thus, is now my fiancé?
Whether or not you celebrate Chinese New Year, one thing is undeniable: All of the Year of the Pig-themed beauty products coming out right now are so good. From classy red versions of popular serums to ridiculously adorable highlighters pressed with piggies, there's just so much amazingness to choose from. So with that in mind, we've created a round up for some of the very best Lunar New Year makeup and skin care products in town — keep reading to see our favorites.